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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

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By the students, for the students of Central Washington University

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Now graduating Kiah Jones (13) and her teammate going up for a block during a game.

Volleyball continues to build up youth

Alanna Inzunza, Staff Reporter
May 31, 2017

The CWU volleyball team consisted of several younger players last year, moving forward the team hopes with the experience they’ve gained this past season they can increase the areas that need improvement....

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Bo Banner, Kyler Gracey, Drew Wallen and Will Ortner run onto the field against Dixie State.

Strong defense leads CWU into the 2017 football season

Sabrina Wheelhouse, Staff Reporter
May 31, 2017

It’s almost that time of the year again where fall sports are getting back into the swing of things. CWU football begins reporting for preseason practices Aug. 6. They will spend the first two weeks...

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Streubel gets new perspective on football

Natalie Hyland, Staff Reporter
May 31, 2017

In 2016, football player Nick Streubel only played in one game for CWU. The offensive lineman broke his hand in two places during the Wildcats’ first game of the season against Portland State University...

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CWU rugby and the Army in a scrum when they played Army last September.

Rugby plays last tournament till fall

Rachel Greve, Staff Reporter
May 31, 2017

The CWU Women’s rugby team placed third taking home bronze medals at 2017 USA Rugby 7s Collegiate National Championships in Glendale, Colorado. “We are very proud to be representing Central Washington...

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Kailyn Campbell takes a swing at a photoshoot with a photographer at Frederick Field.

Campbell heads to Spain for 10 days

Rachel Greve, Staff Reporter
May 31, 2017

CWU senior softball star Kailyn Campbell will be continuing her softball career overseas for the second time in the past year. Campbell has decided to go play softball for close to ten days in Spain this...

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The CWU Water Polo club’s goalie during a practice at the Aquatic Center.

CWU hosts Water Polo tournament

Kyvon Henry, Staff Reporter
May 31, 2017

CWU’s water polo team is hosting its spring tournament  this weekend, on June 3 and 4, at the Aquatic Center on campus. The team will be facing three college master teams-- North Idaho, Seattle Otters...

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Fun in the Ellensburg sunshine

Fun in the Ellensburg sunshine

Andrew Kollar, Staff Reporter
May 31, 2017

Ellensburg and the surrounding area presents plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation during the summer. Some recreational activities include river rafting, camping and hiking. Outdoor Pursuits...

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Angelique Whistocken throws the javelin at the CWU Final Qualifier on Friday May 5 at Tomlinson Stadium.

CWU Track and Field athletes head to NCAA DII Nationals

Simo Rul, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2017

CWU track is sending two athletes to compete at the NCAA DII Outdoor National Championships in Bradenton, Florida beginning on Thursday, May 25. Emily Bland Junior hurdler Emily Bland, a transfer from...

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Run for the thrill

Run for the thrill

Kyvon Henry, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2017

You might see Joseph Sheeran at the registrar’s office with degree checkout, or you might have taken a course by his wife, Lori, in the anthropology department. He might be humble, but he has outstanding...

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Six CWU volleyball players helps assist with rake the dirt for one of their service projects.

CWU athletes give back to community

Alanna Inzunza, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2017

Community service is an important part for student-athletes. The CWU Athletics Department requires student-athletes to take time out of their schedules to serve the local community. For many of these...

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Harsh winter brings changes for hunters

Harsh winter brings changes for hunters

Andrew Kollar, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2017

With the most severe winter in the last decade, many deer and elk herds experienced a higher death rate than in years past, causing the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) to make changes...

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Jojo Hillel attempts to gain a couple extra yards against Dixie State at Tomlinson Stadium.

Friendly battle for the CWU QB position

Sabrina Wheelhouse, Staff Reporter
May 24, 2017

It’s a battle for the starting quarterback position, but these four guys aren’t letting it get between their friendship. Tommy Hays, Riley Hennessey, Jojo Hillel and Andrew Graham are working together...

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